Dear Daughter

You are still a little girl
But soon you will grow.
There are lots I need to tell you
And lots you should know.

Remember you are special
And will always be.
Though now you are my daughter
Soon you'll be a friend to me.

Life is not easy
But its not difficult too..
I am sure you will succeed
If you remain as "You".

Success does not always* mean
Riches, parties or fleet of cars.
In fact, it is the wealth of smiles
You gather during happy hours.

Success has no meaning
If no true friends are by your side,
If you are lonely at heart
Or have things to hide.

Live a life to its fullest
Not because you have to.
Life lived well is really one
When you truly want to.

It is better to be remembered
By people, even if few.
For all the good you have done
And for their joys due to you.

There will be heartbreaks and sorrow
Thats how works the wheel of life.
It is up to you
To find peace amidst strife.

The dark clouds will only stay
If you don't let them pass.
Have faith and keep moving
Remember, there's no empty glass.

No matter whatever happens
Remember you will cope.
Only thing you need then
Is oodles of hope.

There is no need
To be always prim and proper.
Let your hair down once in a while
Be your own life's chauffer.

People will always advice
You to do this or that.
Hear them out with patience
But in the end follow your heart.

You will make mistakes
No need to aim for perfection.
Whats the point in living
When there is nothing for introspection.

There are so many more
I have to share with you.
But let me take a break
With the words -"I love you".